Gaza’s death toll climbs over 40,000

Published 12:41 pm Thursday, August 15, 2024

The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 40,000, health officials in the territory say, underscoring the magnitude of Israel’s offensive in the tiny coastal enclave.

As the Israel-Hamas war enters its 11th month, it is firmly entrenched as one of the most destructive conflicts in recent memory.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the conflict, by the numbers.

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Figures are sourced from the most recent updates from the Israeli military and prime minister’s office, the Health Ministry in Hamas-run Gaza, the U.N.’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, and Associated Press reporting.

Total deaths

Palestinians killed in Gaza: at least 40,005

People killed in Israel: about 1,200

Palestinians killed in the West Bank: 623

People killed in Lebanon: around 530

Civilians

Civilians killed in Gaza: Gaza’s health ministry doesn’t distinguish between civilians and combatants in its count, but says at least 5,956 women and at least 10,627 children have been killed.

Civilians and foreigners killed in Israel: 860

Children killed in Israel: 53

Civilians killed since Oct. 7 in Israel along its northern border: 24

Civilians killed in Lebanon: 97

Aid workers killed in Gaza: 284

Health workers killed in Gaza: over 500

Journalists and media workers killed: At least 113

Soldiers/Militants

Militants killed by Israel in Gaza: more than 17,000, according to the Israeli military

Israeli soldiers killed in the Gaza ground offensive: 329

Israeli soldiers killed on Oct. 7: 314

Israeli soldiers killed along Israel’s northern front since Oct. 7: 22

Militants killed in Lebanon: 377 from Hezbollah and 54 from allied groups